It's Now Or Never
Elvis Presley · Elvis 75-Good Rockin' Tonight [2009]
come hold me tight
Kiss me my darling,
be mine tonight
Tomorrow will be too late,
it's now or never
My love won't wait.
When I first saw you
with your smile so tender
My heart was captured,
my soul surrendered
I'd spend a lifetime
waiting for the right time
Now that you're near
the time is here at last.
It's now or never,
come hold me tight
Kiss me my darling,
be mine tonight
Tomorrow will be too late,
it's now or never
My love won't wait.
Just like a willow,
we would cry an ocean
If we lost true love
and sweet devotion
Your lips excite me,
let your arms invite me
For who knows when
we'll meet again this way
It's now or never,
come hold me tight
Kiss me my darling,
be mine tonight
Tomorrow will be too late,
it's now or never
My love won't wait.
It's Now Or Never
Released in 1956, 'It's Now Or Never' stands as a pivotal rock and roll standard that defined Elvis Presley's early career. Recorded for Sun Records, the track features Presley's signature vocal delivery and a driving rhythm section that helped propel rock and roll into the mainstream consciousness. The song's urgent tempo and call-and-response structure became a blueprint for countless artists following in his wake. Later reissued on the 2009 compilation 'Elvis 75-Good Rockin' Tonight,' the recording remains a testament to Presley's ability to blend country roots with emerging electric rock styles. Its enduring popularity underscores its status as a foundational piece of American music history.